New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead CoveNew Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove
Late spring through summer is most convenient for services and coastal walking; Newfoundland weather can be changeable year-round.
Summer
June-August · 10-18°C (50-64°F)
Cool, pleasant coastal weather; most services open.
Late Spring-Early Autumn
May & September · 6-16°C (43-61°F)
Fewer tourists and crisp air for walks.
Weather & Climate near New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove
Climate
New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1351 mm/year), wettest in October, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
Air Quality:
AQI 17
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -8° - -1° | -12° | 121 mm | - | - | 7.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -9° - -2° | -13° | 114 mm | - | - | 7.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -6° - 1° | -9° | 102 mm | - | - | 6.7 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -2° - 5° | -3° | 99 mm | - | - | 6.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 2° - 11° | 3° | 93 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 6° - 16° | 11° | 98 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 91 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 11° - 20° | 16° | 91 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 8° - 16° | 12° | 128 mm | - | - | 5.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 11° | 4° | 149 mm | - | - | 6.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 0° - 6° | -2° | 134 mm | - | - | 6.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -5° - 1° | -8° | 131 mm | - | - | 7.4 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove
These communities are reached by provincial highways off the main routes toward the Avalon Peninsula. The region is best explored by car; seasonal ferry schedules and winter weather should be checked in advance.
Tips for Visiting New Chelsea-New Melbourne-Brownsdale-Sibley's Cove-Lead Cove
- Combine stops: the cluster of towns listed are close together and make a pleasant rural driving route.
- Respect private property-coastal paths and headlands can pass near working farms.